Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Nonrestrictive.
Nonrestrictive - as an adjective satellite
Not limiting the reference of a modified word or phrase
Example: "The nonrestrictive clause in `i always buy his books, which have influenced me greatly,' refers to his books generally and adds an additional fact about them"
Nonrestrictive - as an adjective
Not restrictive; not imposing restrictions
Example Sentences
"The nonrestrictive clause, which provides additional information, is set off by commas."
"This nonrestrictive phrase, describing the location, adds detail to the sentence."
"In this nonrestrictive clause, the pronoun 'who' refers to the subject of the sentence."
"The nonrestrictive element, a phrase in parenthesis, can be omitted without changing the meaning of the sentence."
"This nonrestrictive adjective clause, which starts with 'that', explains the origin of the noun."
Word Game Points
Is NONRESTRICTIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, nonrestrictive is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
NONRESTRICTIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.
Is NONRESTRICTIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, nonrestrictive is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordNONRESTRICTIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.
Is NONRESTRICTIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, nonrestrictive is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordNONRESTRICTIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.
